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 There has never been a line of digital pianos so inspiring,
so powerful, so easy-to-use and so fun to play as the new
Kawai Concert Performer Series. These new performing
instruments have it all. They’re powerful enough to handle
the challenges of any musical situation, yet accessible
enough to inspire musicians at every level of ability – even
those who have never played before.
In creating the Concert Performer Series, we relied upon nearly nine
decades of experience in building the world’s finest acoustic pianos.
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The foundational element is our proprietary Harmonic Imaging
Sound Technology, acclaimed as one of the finest “sound engines”
ever designed for a digital piano. Then we added our renowned
“Grand Feel” and “Responsive Hammer” actions, both possessing
a feel more similar to that of a traditional acoustic piano than any
others. These exclusive core technologies offer the player unparalleled
tone and touch to provide the ultimate piano experience.
In addition to great acoustic piano sounds, we’ve included hundreds
of outstanding instrumental and vocal sounds to suit any style
of playing – from orchestral music to pop to jazz and everything
in between. A powerful built-in recording feature lets you record
music on up to 16 tracks with the touch of a button. Plus, these
instruments feature cutting-edge digital audio options, including
MP3 recording and playback.
Yes, they’re powerful – but they’re also fun. Concert Performer
pianos include hundreds of built-in drum rhythms that add
excitement to your playing and recording. If you’re a beginner, the
Auto Accompaniment Styles can follow you as you play and help
you sound like an accomplished professional. Even if you’ve never
played an instrument before, the exclusive Concert Magic feature
will give you the thrill of playing real music – all by yourself. And
if you simply want to sit back and relax, the Piano Music feature
provides nearly seven hours of prerecorded piano music in a wide
range of styles for you to enjoy.
Awe-inspiring sound and touch. Powerful features. Easy operation.
And so many different options for musical fun. They’re all here in the
new Kawai Concert Performers—the world’s finest digital pianos.
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 The To uc h o f a G ra nd P ia no
The keyboard action of an acoustic grand piano is composed of keys (sharps and
naturals), graded hammers and numerous other components working in harmony
when each note is pressed. This meticulously designed mechanism allows pianists
to express a wealth of feeling and emotion as it responds to the tactile nuances
transmitted through the keyboard.

Translating such intricate movements into the language of a digital instrument

while retaining all the acoustic-like subtleties is a stunning achievement – one
which has drawn upon nearly nine decades of experience in crafting pianos that
are among the world’s finest.

Grand Feel Keyboard Action Longer Keys, Extended Pivot Length Triple-Sensor Key Detection Ivory Touch Key Surfaces
Embracing many of the long-established principles of piano building, the In addition to having the longest keys of any digital piano, the new Grand Feel The Concert Performer piano actions feature a new triple-sensor key The Concert Performer pianos feature
new Grand Feel keyboard action in the CP1 and CP2 combines realistic keyboard action also boasts the longest key pivot length – matching that of a detection system for enhanced playing realism. The added third sensor our highly-regarded Ivory Touch key
materials, motion and mechanism to recreate the exceptional touch of the Kawai grand piano. improves responsiveness when playing the same key repeatedly and also surfaces. This finely-textured material
finest grand pianos. allows the sound of a single note to be “layered” to avoid losing the possesses a natural matte finish that
This improvement ensures a more evenly balanced key touch weight from front to
previous tone when playing legato. gently absorbs fingertip perspiration
All 88 keys are made from long pieces of wood, with finely-textured rear, and is particularly beneficial when playing complicated chords with fingers
and oils to avoid slipping and provide
ivory-like surfaces that absorb moisture for greater control. Each wooden positioned towards the back of the keyboard.
greater playing control.
key pivots smoothly on a balance pin, with the ends rising and falling to
replicate the familiar “seesaw” motion of an acoustic piano action. When Moisture is absorbed without dirt or
pressed, the back of the key lifts upward, triggering a grade-weighted grease permeating the key surfaces,
Pivot length
hammer to strike a pressure switch. The amount of force applied to this allowing them to be easily wiped clean
switch is measured, and the corresponding note is played with authentic with a damp cloth.
tonal character and volume.

Counterweights placed at the front of keys in the bass region help to Grand Piano Action
Pivot length
lighten their heavier touch for pianissimo playing. A let-off simulation
In addition, improvements to the Concert Performer sound hardware
reproduces the delicate “notch” sensation felt when playing the keys of
permit the speed at which keys are lifted to influence the release character
a grand piano very softly. These subtle characteristics allow discerning
of the piano sound, providing a greater range of expressive nuance
pianists to practice their repertoire with confidence of a seamless transition
Grand Feel Action between staccato and legato playing.
when called upon to perform on an acoustic grand piano.

Let-off Responsive Hammer II (RHII) Keyboard Action

Triple Sensor
Let-off is the subtle “notch” sensation felt at the
Incorporating many of the attributes of the Grand Feel (GF) action – including
bottom of the keystroke felt when playing the
triple-sensor key detection, let-off and Ivory Touch key surfaces – the CP3’s class-
keys of a grand piano very gently. Experienced
leading Responsive Hammer II keyboard action recreates the exceptional touch of
pianists use this slight resistance to gain greater
an acoustic grand piano, providing a smooth and natural piano playing experience.
control when playing pianissimo passages.
In addition, the weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the
Both the GF and RHII actions employ a let-off heavier bass hammers and lighter treble hammers of an acoustic piano. With its
mechanism that further enhances the authentic outstanding touch response, the RHII action is sure to satisfy the needs of even the
feel of the Concert Performers. most demanding player.
Let-off Mechanism Balance Pins Ivory Touch Key Surface
Key Pivot Point Hammer Pivot Point Triple Sensor
Weighted Hammer Wooden Key Counterweight
Weighted Hammer Let-off Mechanism Ivory Touch Key Surface

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 The S o un d o f a G r a nd P ia no
The Kawai EX Concert Grand Piano is widely regarded by professional
pianists and piano technicians as one of the finest instruments in the
world. Hand-built over many months by Master Piano Artisans at the
Shigeru Kawai Piano Research Laboratory in Ryuyo, Japan, each EX
Concert Grand undergoes a through regulation and refinement process in
a specially-designed anechoic chamber.
Following this lengthy crafting process, the completed EX Piano receives a
final series of rigorous quality inspections before eventually taking center
stage in the world’s most prestigious musical institutions and concert halls.
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Harmonic Imaging™ Technology
When playing a fine piano, the amount of
pressure applied to the keyboard affects not
only the volume of the sound produced
but also the unique tonal character of each
note. Therefore, to construct a realistic
acoustic portrait of the EX Concert Grand
Piano, each key was not only recorded
individually but also at various volume
levels ranging from gentle pianissimos to
thunderous fortissimos.
It is this award-winning Harmonic Imaging
process that allows the Concert Performers
offer an exceedingly detailed acoustic sound
portrait that ensures smooth tonal transitions
across the keyboard and throughout the
entire dynamic range.
Extra-Long Sampling (hi-xl)
With expanded piano sound memory, the new CP1 and CP2 boast the
largest sample size of any Kawai digital piano. This “eXtra Long” sampling
process, called Harmonic Imaging XL, extends the “attack” segment of the
piano sound by up to 120% allowing the natural detail, resonance and
organic tonal quality of each note to be more clearly articulated.
Acoustic Piano Variety
Concert Performer instruments showcase a variety of Concert, Studio,
Jazz, Modern and Pop grand piano sounds suitable for a wide range of
musical periods and styles. In addition, a traditional Kawai upright piano
sound is included for music that calls for a more intimate tonal character.
88-Key Piano Sampling
The beautiful sound of the Kawai EX Concert Grand Piano is at the heart
of the new Concert Performer Series, with all 88 keys of this world-class
instrument painstakingly recorded, carefully analyzed and accurately
reproduced as high-fidelity digital audio.
Recording each key individually in this way (rather than stretching the same
tone over several different notes) preserves the rich harmonic character of the
EX Concert Grand Piano and guarantees that the sound heard when playing
any of the Concert Performer’s keys is a faithful representation of the original
acoustic source.
Enhanced Virtual Technician
The Concert Performer’s Virtual Technician
functions invite discerning musicians to
shape aspects of the piano tone to suit their
unique preferences.
Players can adjust touch weight and
voicing, regulate hammer and key release
noises, and fine-tune string, lid and
damper resonances. It is even possible to
adjust the precise tuning and volume of
individual notes – all in real-time. When
the desired refinements are completed, the
player can save the modified settings to
an onboard registration memory or USB
device, and even exchange favorite settings
with other Concert Performer owners.
Redeveloped Effects & Reverb
Powerful new digital effects in the CP Series further enhance its
outstanding core sounds, offering additional layers of detail and realism
that bring performances to life.
Studio quality chorus, tremolo, delay and auto-pan effects can be used
to tailor a sound’s character and feeling. Modeled amplifier/speaker
simulations add vintage warmth to electric pianos and trademark growl
to drawbar organs. The depth of a performance can also be transformed
using the Concert Performer’s updated reverbs, allowing pianists to hear
themselves in six different acoustic environments from a small practice
room to an inspirational grand cathedral.
Superior Speaker Systems
Concert Performer instruments feature high-fidelity speaker systems that
have been specially designed to deliver deep bass and crisp treble – perfect
for reproducing the myriad of instrument sounds available to Concert
Performer users.
The flagship CP1 grand piano also incorporates speakers mounted to
the soundboard for added warmth and volume, plus a large subwoofer
enclosure for superb bass response.
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Intuitive Operation
Thoughtful design, a streamlined
panel and a large color touch
screen with icon-based operation
are combined to make the Concert
Performer simple and intuitive.
You’ll spend less time reading the
owner’s manual and more time
enjoying your new instrument.
USB Connectivity
Powerful USB functionality lets
you connect to a computer for
MIDI use, save and load recorded
songs, save User Settings and
Registrations and much more.
Standard MIDI Files (SMFs)
downloaded from the Internet can
be loaded onto a USB device and
played on the Concert Performer.
Recorder
An easy-to-use internal song
recorder can capture your playing
or sudden inspiration at any
moment. Just touch the Record
button and the Easy Recorder is
ready to go. For more adventurous
projects, the Advanced Recorder
offers a fully-equipped 16-track
recorder.
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Making Music Fun Packed with Power
The CP Series is packed with features designed to help you get more Concert Performers contain many powerful features that help you create
fun out of your music. The Song Stylist feature can provide the perfect and perform at your highest musical level. Dozens of customizable Reverbs
combination of style and sounds for hundreds of the most popular songs and Audio Effects add realism and depth to the sound. The exclusive
of all time. Just select a song and the Concert Performer does the rest. Song Virtual Technician allows you to adjust the piano’s touch and tonal
Stylist is compatible with many of the most popular song books from Hal characteristics in ways similar to the work of a real piano technician. The
Leonard Corporation. Registration function allows you
to save up to 160 unique setups
Whether you want to relax or entertain, the Piano Music feature contains
for instant recall with the touch
nearly 7 hours of prerecorded piano music. Choose from Classical,
of a button. System EQ, Mixer,
Contemporary, Evening Out and Holiday categories – or load your own
and Transpose highlight the list
selections into the “My Piano Music” category.
of other key features that can
Our exclusive Concert Magic add power and flexibility to your
feature allows anyone, even a music. Plus, the CP1 and CP2 are
non-player, to enjoy the thrill the only digital pianos that let you
of playing real music. Choose play up to 3 different sounds with your right hand and a separate sound
from 176 songs in a variety of with your left – all at the same time!
popular categories. Tap any
key and Concert Magic lets
Lessons and Finger Exercises
Kawai digital pianos exclusively
Sounds you control the song as if you were feature built-in lesson songs from
Alfred Music, the world’s largest
conducting an orchestra. It’s easy!
publisher of piano method books.
Hundreds of studio quality instrumental and vocal sounds, plus dozens The Note Navigator provides a
Get started with the first year of
of sound effects, offer the player a vast selection of sound choices from roadmap to the song’s rhythm – lesson songs from Alfred’s most
and many songs will provide the popular courses for Children and
virtually every instrument family in the world. In addition to exquisite
lyrics with a bouncing ball guide! Adults.*
acoustic pianos, you’ll discover amazing electric pianos, authentic
pipe and drawbar organs, lush strings, thrilling woodwinds and brass, Additionally, CP models offer
contemporary guitars and basses, drums and percussion and much more. Microphone Input lesson songs and etudes from
Czerny, Burgmüller and Beyer – ideal for aspiring pianists working to
get to the next level. Plus, Concert Performers feature time-honored finger
The CP1 and CP2 models feature exercises (including scales and arpeggios) in all 12 major and minor keys –
a microphone input jack with essential practice tools for pianists at every level. All songs and exercises can
volume control. Just plug in a mic be set at slower tempos which can be increased gradually as skill improves.
Right and left-hand parts can be muted independently to allow the parts
and sing along with a live player
to be practiced separately *books sold separately
or a recording, with your voice
Digital Audio Functionality amplified through the CP’s sound
system. Press the Mic Harmony Connectivity Options
USB memory devices can be button to turn your solo voice
into a duo, trio or 4-part vocal In addition to USB to Host and USB to Device connections, all Concert
used to record and play digital
group. You can even take the place of your favorite singer by using the Performer instruments feature stereo audio line inputs and outputs, MIDI
audio files in MP3 and WAV
Vocal Reduce function when playing an audio file! jacks, two headphone jacks for private practice and Wi-Fi capability for
formats. You can record multi-
communication with an iPad. The CP1 and CP2 models add an auxiliary
sound keyboard performances, audio input jack conveniently located on the front panel – plus XLR stereo
internal recordings, incoming Styles outputs, a high-end audio feature that allows the instrument to connect
audio (through the line inputs) directly to professional recording consoles or sound reinforcement systems
and vocal performances (via the for performances in public venues and houses of worship.
Hundreds of professionally arranged
microphone input)* or listen to your favorite artist’s latest recording and
and recorded accompaniment styles
play along! *CP1 & CP2 only
are ready to become your personal
backup band or orchestra. You’ll
discover styles from virtually every Warranty
genre of popular music – from
Swing to Big Band to Rock, Pop, The world’s finest digital pianos
Show Tunes, Oldies, Latin, Jazz, also come with the world’s best
and Orchestral styles. Plus, the digital piano warranty. Purchase
intuitive Style Conductor lets you rearrange the musical parts to create your Concert Performer with
your own custom version of any style. Whether you’re a seasoned player confidence, knowing that the
instrument is covered by a 5-year
or novice, Concert Performer styles will help your music sound more
parts and labor warranty
complete and professional.
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 Premium Satin Black
The impressive new Concert Performer Series comes in three
models – one grand piano and two uprights. Whether you are a
Premium Rosewood
performer, hobbyist, church or school, you’re certain to find the
perfect instrument to delight and inspire for many years to come.
Premium Mahogany

CP2 Digital Piano CP3 Digital Piano

CP1 Digital Grand Piano
The CP2 features a beautiful upright piano style The CP3 comes in a traditional digital piano cabinet
The CP1 is an elegant 5’3” grand piano in an cabinet with leg and toe-block design – and comes in and is offered in a Premium Rosewood or Premium
exquisite Ebony Polish finish with a matching bench. a variety of premium finishes with a matching bench. Satin Black finish with matching bench.

CP1 CP2 CP3 CP1 CP2 CP3

Keyboard Grand Feel (GF) Graded-Hammer Action with Counterbalancing RM3II Graded-Hammer Action User Song Memory Internal User Song Memory: 4MB Internal User Song Memory: 1MB
Keyboard Features Let-off, Ivory Touch Key Surfaces, Triple Sensor Key Detection Play : MP3 (Bit Rate: 8k-320 kbps, Sampling: 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 32 kHz)

Sound Source Harmonic Imaging™ XL, 88-Key Piano Sampling Progressive Harmonic Imaging™, 88-Key Sampling Playback & WAV(44.1 kHz,16 bit)
USB Functions
Record: Record : MP3 (Bit Rate: 192 kbps, Sampling: 44.1 kHz)
Polyphony Maximum 256 Notes
WAV(44.1 kHz,16 bit)
Preset Sounds Over 1000 0ver 700
Others: Load Internal Song, Load Registration, Load User Memory, Save Internal Song, Save SMF Song, Save Registration,
Styles 425 Styles (4 Variations per Style), Maximum 20 User Styles 215 Styles
Save User Memory, Rename File, Delete File, Format USB, Convert Song to Audio, Overdub Audio
Start/Stop, Intro/Ending (2 per Style), Fill-in
Style Controls Start/Stop, Intro/Ending (4 per Style), Fill-in (4 per Style), Fade Out, Sync Start, Tap Tempo Demo
(4 per Style), Fade Out, Sync Start, Tap Tempo Internal Songs 37 Songs 34 Songs
Songs:
1-2 Play 4 Settings per Style
Piano
Over 7 Hours N/A
Auto-Accomp. Fingered, One Finger, Full Keyboard, Bass Inversion, Harmony (10 Types) Music
Song Stylist Over 1000 Registrations (from 15 Hal Leonard Books*) Over 700 Registrations (from 5 Hal Leonard Books*) Lesson
Finger Exercises + Alfred or Burgmüller, Czerny, Beyer, and Bach lessons
Metronome Tempo = 10–300, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8 Function:

Reverb Type: Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral Concert
176 Songs (88 x 2 Banks)
Magic:
Effects Type: Stereo Delay, Ping Delay, Triple Delay, Chorus, Classic Chorus, Tremolo, Classic Tremolo, Auto Pan, Classic Auto Pan, Phaser, Rotary,
Combination Effects x 4, Amplified Effects x 3 Registrations 160 Registrations (20 Groups x 8) 80 Registrations (10 Groups x 8)

Touch Tuning, System EQ (CP1 and CP2 only), Concert Magic Sound, Pedal Assign, Fill-in Mode, RIGHT3 Settings (CP1 and CP2 only), Video Out (CP1 and
Virtual Technician Light+, Light, Normal, Heavy, Heavy+, Off (Constant), User 1, User 2 Menu Settings
Curve: CP2 only), Effect for Sound, Sound Select Mode, Style Select Mode, MIDI Menu (MIDI Settings, Transmit MIDI Data, Channel Receive On/Off, MIDI
Accordion, MIDI Sound Settings), Power Up Settings, Registration Filter, Soft Reset. Software Version, Display Control
Voicing: Normal, Mellow 1, Mellow 2 , Dynamic, Bright 1, Bright 2
Display Large Color Touch Display
Resonance,
Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, String Resonance, Key-Off Effect (incl. Key-Off Release), Fall-Back Noise, Hammer Delay, Topboard,
Noise & Pedals “Grand Feel Pedal System” – Damper (half-damper), Sostenuto, Soft (17 Functions can be assigned.)
Decay Time, Soft Pedal Depth
Effects: Microphone Input 1/4” Input with Volume Control N/A

Tempera- Headphones x 2, Line In (L/Mono, R), Line Out

Equal (Piano), Meantone, Pure Major, Pure Minor, Pythagorean, Werckmeister, Kirnberger, Arabic 1-2, User, Key of Temperament Headphones x 2, XLR L/R Out, Line In (L/Mono, R), Line In Level Adjust, Line Out (L/Mono, R),
ment: Jacks (L/Mono, R), MIDI (In, Out), USB to Device,
Fixed (L, R), GND Lift Switch, MIDI (In, Out, Thru), USB to Device, USB to Host, Video Out
Others: Stretch Tuning, User Tuning, User Key Volume, Half-Pedal Adjust, Minimum Touch USB to Host

CP1/2 – 4 Parts (RIGHT1/2/3, LEFT) 3-Part Layer plus Split (Selectable Split Point), CP3 – 3 Parts (RIGHT 1/2, LEFT) 2-Part Layer plus Split 10” Woofer w/Enclosure x 1, 5” Mid x 2, 6.3 inch Full Range x 2,
Speaker System 6.3 inch Full Range x 2
Other Features (Selectable Split Point), Mixer, Master Volume, Accompaniment Volume, Transpose, Octave Shift, Tune, Portamento (CP1 and CP2 Only), MIDI (16 Part 3” Tweeter x 2, ¾” Dome Tweeter x 4 0.8 inch Dome Tweeter x 2

Multi-Timbral Capability), Lesson Function (723 Lesson Songs), WLAN connectivity (CP1 and CP2 Only) Power 200 Watts 100 Watts 100 Watts

16 Tracks and separate Style, Chord and Tempo tracks, Punch-In Recording, Step Recording, Editing Capability, Play MIDI Song Dimensions 57” x 63” x 39” 56.1” x 22.8” x 38.1” 56.1” x 22.8” x 38.1”
Internal Recorder
(Reads/Writes Standard MIDI File Format, Lyrics), Total Memory Capacity: approximately 50,000 Notes. Weight 430 lbs. 190 lbs. 146 lbs.

*Books sold separately

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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